Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky vs George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
Aberlour
£250
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
George T. Stagg
★ 5.00
£160
| Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky | George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Aberlour | George T. Stagg |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | America |
| Type | Bourbon | |
| ABV | 40% | 69.4% |
| Age | NAS | NAS |
| Price | £250 | £160 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Quick verdict
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is better value at £160 vs £250.
For beginners: Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£250 vs £160)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£160 vs £250)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (69.4%) — may need water
Who should buy Aberlour?
Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Who should buy George?
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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Where to buy
Aberlour 12 Year Old VOHM / Bot.1980s Speyside Whisky
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange
George T. Stagg Bourbon (2022 Release)
Where to buy
The Whisky Exchange